# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Blazing 5k 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 04 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 am
- **Event Description**: https://www.theblazing5k.com/

2026 marks the 7th annual Blazing 5k. The last 6 years have welcomed elites and runners of all types. The 5k course starts on the back loop in Water Works Park and shoots out the gun going clockwise on the flat and fast loop. At the end of the loop the racers are greeted by a prize for the first person to cross the mat. From there it's another flat and fast main loop going clockwise. This area offers plenty of space for spectators and the field can be seen for almost the entirety of this loop. It finishes on the screaming fast and long straightaway to the finish.

USATF Certified Course: IA21006MF

The 7th edition of the event date is now taking place on October 4th, 2026.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/the-blazing-5k-2026/200029205609833
- **Event Categories**: workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 70

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Des Moines
- **state**: IA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Des Moines Water Works
- **lat**: 41.559145286425
- **long**: -93.674890492832
- **full address**: Des Moines Water Works, 4055 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50321, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: The Blazing 5k 2026
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/2dd53baf51bcf2a13d642e1aa398e9db7e70682c10fd43fa4a1139ed4d8ed369-rimg-w1200-h800-dc181818-gmir?v=1787434627

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Blazing 5k 2026 being held?
  - **A:** The Blazing 5k 2026 takes place on Sun, 04 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sun, 04 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 am at Des Moines Water Works, 4055 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50321, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Blazing 5k 2026?
  - **A:** The Blazing 5k 2026 is organized by Blazing Race Productions.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Blazing 5k 2026 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Des Moines, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 70+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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